Separate Your “Who” from Your “Do”

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When you realize what you “do” doesn’t determine “who” you are, you can experience a new level of freedom from shame.

2 Corinthians 5:17

I’ve made mistakes in my life—and I’m sure I’ll make mistakes in the future—but I still like myself. The fact is, I don’t do everything right all the time, but that doesn’t affect who I am in Christ. I know I’m loved and I’m still a good person. That’s because I’ve learned to separate my “who,” new creature in Christ, from my “do.”

When you realize what you “do” doesn’t determine “who” you are, you can experience a new level of freedom from shame. When you know God likes you, you can start to really like yourself in a healthy, balanced way. When you start to like yourself, other people begin to like you too. Liking yourself doesn’t mean you’re full of pride; it simply means you accept yourself as the person God created you to be.

We all need changes in our behavior, but accepting ourselves as God’s creation is vital to our progress in becoming emotionally healthy and whole in Christ. If we can master this one thing—liking ourselves—it will work wonders in helping us overcome a shame-based nature.

Prayer Starter: Holy Spirit, help me separate my “do” from my “who.” I can like myself and experience freedom from shame because You love me and are constantly working in my life.

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